Kiefer Sherwood’s motor always runs hot.

The raw hockey horsepower the feisty Vancouver Canucks right-winger generates is admirable. It has led to a team-high four goals in his first seven games and ranking second in league hits with 32 to set the standard for push, pace and pursuit. The timing couldn’t be better.

Sherwood is on an expiring contract and his grinding longevity speaks to a love of the game. A two-year commitment by the Canucks at just $1.5 million US annually is the currency afforded those who must keep proving themselves. Not much glory, but a lot of guts to maintain some stake in the NHL.

At age 30, Sherwood is supposedly on that other side of judgment, maybe more now vulnerable to injury, fatigue and falling from favour. However, his durability has resulted in only t

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